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TMM Coloring Book
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The wait is over —
our M is for Miniature Dairy Goats coloring book is here!
Just in time for Christmas, this adorable goat activity book makes the perfect gift while helping the Texas Mini Milkers continue promoting miniature dairy goats across Texas.
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Clothing & Accessories
Clothing & Accessories
Clothing & Accessories
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Show off your love for miniature dairy goats with our exclusive TMM merch — from cozy hoodies and tees to hats, bags, and fun goat-themed accessories. Every purchase helps support our mission.
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Finding a Breeder that Breeds with H.E.A.R.T.
Goat Buying Questionnaire
Buyers and breeders can utilize this questionnaire to either select or promote their farm as breeding with H.E.A.R.T. We've created this form to give goat enthusiasts a way to connect with like-minded farms that are dedicated to promoting the breeding and raising of high-quality miniature dairy goats.
Health - Feed and water, Environment, Veterinary Care, Inspection, Biosecurity, Genetic Testing, Other Diseases, Husbandry, and Other Procedures
Education – Continuing Education, Mentor Program
Accountability – References, Business Practices, Sales Agreement, Record Keeping
Responsibility – Code of Conduct, Improving the Mini Breeds, Parentage - DNA, USDA Scrapie Requirements, Transportation
Tradition - Performance Programs
*TMM has provided this form to the general public as a tool. TMM does not offer any assurances or guarantees for buyers or breeders utilizing this form. All herds are managed differently, and TMM is not making any statements on how herds should be managed.
About Us
Our Purpose
Texas Mini Milkers, formerly the Hill Country Mini Milkers, is a non-profit organization whose purpose shall be the development and promotion of the Miniature Dairy Goat breeds; the encouragement of closer fellowship among the members through meetings, correspondence, circulation of useful information, news and ideas, and the cooperation with other organizations in the promotion and development of the Dairy Goat Industry in general.
The goals of the Texas Mini Milkers (TMM) shall be:
· To develop and promote Miniature Dairy Goats in Texas.
· To help promote the breeding and raising of high-quality Miniature Dairy Goats in Texas.
· To educate the public as to the value of Miniature Dairy Goats and dairy goat products.
· To educate the club members in all phases of dairy goat husbandry.
· To extend membership in the club to all owners and breeders of Miniature Dairy Goats, and others interested in Miniature Dairy Goats.
· To promote and encourage the exhibition of all Miniature Dairy Goats in Texas with MDGA Sanctioned Shows.
· To encourage club member participation and involvement in national registration organizations. i.e. ADGA, MDGA and TMGR.
· To develop youth interest in Miniature Dairy Goats and their knowledge of Miniature Dairy Goat production by partnering with organizations such as FFA and 4-H.
Education
Our main goal is to improve the Miniature Dairy Goat through proper training and education of new and seasoned goat owners.
MDGA Shows
Live shows can be a wonderful way to publicize your herd and receive an unbiased evaluation of your animals.
Goat friends are the best kind of friends! Connect with fellow goat enthusiasts, and develop friendships that will last a life time!
Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I join?
We are a statewide club for Miniature Dairy Goat enthusiasts across Texas and nearby states. Our goal is to build multiple chapters throughout Texas that will host meetings and shows in different regions. This helps make events more accessible and keeps our community growing.
Is this club for all Miniature Dairy Goats, or just Mini Nubians?
This club is for every Mini breed. The founders may raise Mini Nubians, but the doors are open to all Mini Dairy Goat lovers. We hope to offer MDGA sanctioned shows for all breeds represented in Texas.
I already paid my $25 to MDGA. Why another $25 for Texas Mini Milkers?
Our membership is $25 per calendar year. As a newer club building multiple shows and activities across Texas, we have real expenses to cover. Your membership helps fund events, education, meetings, and a growing library of helpful resources.
How can I participate in the club?
Jump in. We have several committees and always welcome members who want to share their skills and help the club succeed.
I am not interested in attending live shows. What else does the club offer?
Education is just as important to us as showing. We plan to host hands-on Dairy Goat Field Days with topics such as AI, grooming, udder health, kidding, conformation, getting started with Mini breeds, parasites, goat health, dairy products, and more. There will be plenty to learn even if you never enter a show ring.
I don’t have any goats yet. Can I join?
Absolutely. If you are curious about Miniature Dairy Goats, this is the perfect place to start. You can attend our educational programs and shows, meet breeders, see different Mini breeds in person, and learn everything you need to feel confident when you are ready for your own goats.
Miniature Dairy Goats
What is a miniature dairy goat?
A first generation miniature dairy goat is the product of a standard-sized purebred/American goat bred to a Nigerian Dwarf. Only documented animals with traceable registrations may be used to produce a mini dairy goat registerable in the Experimental, American or Purebred herdbooks. Also, Nigerian Dwarves must be purebred and registered with one of the ND registries.
Further generations of miniature dairy goats are created by breeding minis with other minis. First and second generations of correct miniature goats are registered as “Experimental.” Third through fifth generations that meet the breed standards and the 70/30 rule are registered as “American.” Sixth generation, and beyond, are considered “Purebred” if they meet the breed standard.
Why miniature dairy goats?
Breeders of standard dairy goats have been pushing for greater stature in these breeds for the show ring, resulting in many of the standard dairy goat breeds getting larger in recent years.
Additionally, some people with small acreage are looking for a smaller milk-producing animal to provide a family milk supply. Some larger and smaller cities across the country now allow miniature dairy goats within city limits.
A mini dairy goat can often produce two-thirds the amount of milk that a standard dairy goat produces while consuming half as much feed, which could be helpful as the cost of feed rises. The influence of Nigerian Dwarf genetics may expand the breeding season past the fall months and also may increase the butterfat in the milk.
Children, seniors, and people with disabilities may find the mini breeds easier to handle. Hoof trimming, clipping, showing, and milking become much less of a challenge because of the minis’ smaller size. Also, smaller goats are in demand for the pet market.
Information in this section courtesy of MDGA.
Learn More about MDGA
The Miniature Dairy Goat Association was established in 1996 to recognize and provide registry services. It is dedicated to the development and promotion of miniature dairy goat breeds.
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M is for Miniature Dairy Goats - Coloring Book!
Color, learn, and laugh your way through the alphabet and much more — the perfect stocking stuffer for goat lovers big and small.
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